MONACO – David Beckham is set to begin talks with French side AS Monaco, with negotiations expected to take place after today’s MLS Cup final.
Report by BBC Sport
The 37-year-old is understood to be open to a move, having announced his desire to leave Los Angeles Galaxy. Monaco chief executive officer Tor-Kristian Karlsen told BBC Sport: “We are happy with our current squad.
“But if there’s a chance to get a player of Beckham’s stature, we’d be foolish not to explore it.”
The former England captain, who has attracted interest from clubs in Russia and Brazil, plans to make a final decision on his future by the turn of the year.
Karlsen added: “Right now we’re trying to learn if Beckham’s future ambitions are in sync with ours.
“I understand he’s high in demand, but it’s natural for a player with his experience and quality. Let’s see what the next few weeks bring.
“It’s a privilege to be linked with world-renowned players like Beckham.”
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Beckham is due to play for LA Galaxy against Houston Dynamo today, a rematch of last year’s MLS Cup final. LA Galaxy won that game 1-0 to earn Beckham his first piece of silverware in the United States.
That was thought to be the last game of his six-year MLS career, only for him to sign a new two-year contract in January.
But Monaco, who play in the second tier of French football, Ligue 2, following their relegation from Ligue 1 in 2011, look set to begin talks with the midfielder after he announced he was to leave the Galaxy for “one last challenge” before retirement.
